jun 28, 801 - Death of Rabi'a al-Adawiyya
Description:
One of the most prominent Sufi leaders, who also happens to be a woman. She withdraws from society to leave material distraction, including becoming celibate and vegetarian. She is seen by Sufis and her followers as a wadi, or saint of God, and is believed by her followers to have performed miracles.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 28, 801
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~ 1225 years ago